2008 Subaru Impreza vs. 1986 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1986 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 375 kg more than 1986 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Impreza | 1986 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Impreza | Leone |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
